Multi Skilled Operator
This is a person who has experience operating a variety of machinery and they are generally sought after in the mines but be aware, going out and gaining a multitude of tickets without any experience can actually have a negative effect in the industry. The entry level machinery roles are Dump Truck and Water Truck operators. Get these tickets and, once you are on site working, then slowly gain the remaining tickets.
Peggy / Utility / Nipper
These are all terms for a person doing “odd jobs” around site. You may be required to wash down machinery, clean the office premises, drive to the airport / camp to collect workers, drive a dump truck
Trades Assistant / Offsider
Generally this role requires you to assist the tradesmen by: ensuring they have the required tools. Assisting them with the tasks required. Driving them around site